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Review Roundup: World Premiere of ANASTASIA Opens at Hartford Stage
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2016

Check out what the critics had to say below...

Broadway AM Report, 5/31/2016 - Jane Krakowski, CHARLIE BROWN and More!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - May 31, 2016

TODAY'S BIG NEWS: SHE LOVES ME's Jane Krakowski is getting a portrait at Sardi's today, plus the company of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN celebrates its opening night at the York Theatre!

BWW Review: Nick Payne's INCOGNITO Is Brainy, But Muddy
by Michael Dale - May 31, 2016

Four actors play twenty roles telling three stories in a confusing exploration of the brain.

Open Book: JERSEY BOYS' Co-Bookwriter Rick Elice's Journey From Actor To Tony-Nominated Author
by Michael Dale - May 30, 2016

A chance meeting at an opening night party changed the career of a young actor.

Broadway By Design: David Korins & Paul Tazewell Bring HAMILTON from Page to Stage
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2016

In our new series, Broadway by Design, BroadwayWorld will be shining a spotlight on the stellar designs of this Broadway season, show by show. Today, we continue the series with Tony nominees David Korins and Paul Tazewell, who acted as scenic and costume designers for Broadway's smash hit, HAMILTON.

BWW Flashback: TUCK EVERLASTING Concludes Broadway Run Today
by BWW Special Coverage - May 29, 2016

TUCK EVERLASTING plays its final performance today, Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 7:30pm after playing 28 previews and 39 regular performances at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 W. 44th St.).TUCK EVERLASTING began previews March 31 and officially opened on April 26, 2016. BroadwayWorld brings you a look back at TUCK EVERLASTING's journey on Broadway!

BWW Review: Stew and Heidi Rodewald Preach On Black Music For White Audiences in THE TOTAL BENT
by Michael Dale - May 29, 2016

Vondie Curtis Hall and Ato Blankson-Wood play father and son singers swimming through the mainstream.

DVR Alert: FULLY COMMITTED's Jesse Tyler Ferguson to Visit NBC's 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - May 27, 2016

NBC has announced that Jesse Tyler Ferguson will stop by TODAY on Thursday, June 2nd to discuss hit hit Broadway comedy FULLY COMMITTED.

Photo Flash: First Look at Christy Altomare, Derek Klena & More in World Premiere of ANASTASIA!
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2016

The world premiere of the new musical ANASTASIA, starring Christy Altomare and Derek Klena, opens tonight, May 27 at Hartford Stage. The show plays through June 19. Check out a first look at the cast in action below!

FULLY COMMITTED, Starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Extends on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2016

The hit Broadway comedy, Fully Committed, starring five-time Emmy Award nominee Jesse Tyler Ferguson ("Modern Family"), is now extended by one week through Sunday, July 31, 2016 at 7pm at the Lyceum Theatre (149 W 45th St). Ferguson is back on Broadway as nearly 40 outrageous characters in this delectably funny one-man show by Becky Mode, directed by Tony-nominated director Jason Moore (Pitch Perfect, Avenue Q, Sisters).

DVR Alert: Leslie Odom Jr. & Martin Short Visit THE TONIGHT SHOW Tonight
by TV News Desk - May 27, 2016

Hamilton star and Tony nominee Leslie Odom Jr and Broadway's Martin Short (soon to star in NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE!) visit THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON tonight, May 27.

'CURIOUS INCIDENT' to Offer Specially Priced Lottery in Celebration of Book's Anniversary
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2016

The Tony Award-winning production of the National Theatre's THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME announces a $13 Ticket Lottery in celebration of the 13th Anniversary of Mark Haddon's book The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time on Tuesday, May 31 at 5:00PM.

BWW Interview: Wendy Worthington is Madame Morrible in WICKED
by Heidi Scheuermann - May 26, 2016

The wildly popular show about the witches from Oz is returning to New Orleans for the third time in recent years to share the magic!  WICKED, a musical adaptation of the book by Gregory Maguire, tells the story of two young girls who meet at Shiz University, and go on an adventure that will lead them to become Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.  If you grew up with THE WIZARD OF OZ, you're going to love WICKED.  Think of it as a behind the scenes look at everything that took place before Dorothy and her little dog too were dropped into the Emerald City.

Second Stage's FRIEND ART, Starring Constantine Maroulis, Opens Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2016

Second Stage Theatre begins the 2016 Uptown Series with the world premiere of Sofia Alvarez's FRIEND ART, opening today, Thursday, May 26 at the McGinn/Cazale Theatre.

TWITTER WATCH: Ten Terrific Tweets From Central Park's Shakespeare Raccoon
by Michael Dale - May 25, 2016

This lovable raccoon has been making guest appearances at the Delacorte Theater for many summers.

Photo Flash: First Look at Constantine Maroulis & More in Second Stage's FRIEND ART
by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2016

Second Stage Theatre will begin the 2016 Uptown Series with the world premiere of Sofia Alvarez's FRIEND ART, directed by Portia Krieger. FRIEND ART will feature ZOE CHAO, AARON COSTA GANIS, ANABELLE LEMIEUX and Tony Award nominee CONSTANTINE MAROULIS (Rock of Ages, 'American Idol'). FRIEND ART will officially open on Thursday, May 26th.

Dramatists Guild Releases Statement on HAMILTON Producers' Profit-Sharing Deal with Cast
by Tyler Peterson - May 25, 2016

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the producers of Hamilton recently struck a profit-sharing deal with members of the original cast, ensuring that those who've been with the production since its initial labs will receive a portion of upcoming royalties. Today, the Dramatists Guild of America has released a statement on the matter.

FIRST LISTEN: Music from NYTW's HADESTOWN, Starring Patrick Page & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2016

Today, Billboard has shared an exclusive behind-the-scenes clip and a first listen to music from the production. Check it out HERE!

Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Concert Production
by Caryn Robbins - May 24, 2016

Gyllenhaal has signed on to star in a one-night-only performance of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE to benefit New York City Center.

DVR Alert - Leslie Odom Jr, Martin Short to Visit TONIGHT SHOW This Week
by Caryn Robbins - May 23, 2016

NBC has announced that on Friday, May 27th, HAMILTON star and Tony nominee Leslie Odom Jr and Broadway's Martin Short will visit THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON.

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